Band 2 Admin Assistant Therapies Department
Job Overview
We are seeking an admin assistant to join our team within the Therapies Department at SGH. You will have contact with patients both face to face and by telephone. The team is an established team of nine and provides admin cover Monday to Friday.
Working for our organisation
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. All non‑clinical roles may involve a mixture of on‑site and remote working; specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills as you will be dealing with many patients both face to face and by telephone. It would be ideal if you had an understanding of Trust booking systems but this is not essential as training will be given. You will be working at least Wednesday, Thursday and Friday each week. We can offer flexibility with hours by working either 8.30am‑4.30pm or 9am‑5pm. You will be based in the Therapies Department, B Level, SGH.
Person Specification
Trust Values
* Working Together
* Patients First
* Always Improving
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential Criteria
* Good standard of education with literacy and numeracy skills to GCSE pass level 4‑9 or equivalent standard
* NVQ 2 diploma or equivalent experience
* Experience of working in a customer‑led environment
* Competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages
* Evidence of computer literacy
Desirable Criteria
* Courses or further study attended to demonstrate evidence of personal development
* Proficient in the use of hospital computerised patient systems
* Call handling experience
* Experience of working shifts
Seniority Level
* Entry level
Employment Type
* Full‑time
Job Function
* Administrative
* Hospitals and Health Care
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